Could L. reuteri offer a competitive edge in pet nutrition?

Pet food and supplement manufacturers are seeing rising demand for gut health-focused products, as gut health is increasingly recognized as a cornerstone of pet wellbeing.

Probiotics and postbiotics are playing a central role in both preventive care and support for gastrointestinal and systemic health. Yet the presence of these ingredients in dry and wet food remains limited, due to process constraints, stability issues, and regulatory complexity.

Through its dedicated NBF LANES BIOME division, the company offers patented, science-backed solutions and expert support to help manufacturers navigate these challenges and bring next generation gut health products to market.

Scientifically validated probiotics

NBF LANES BIOME has developed a complete platform based on Limosilactobacillus reuteri, one of the most researched probiotics in both human and veterinary science.

Its species-specific strains include: DSM 32203 (NBF 1) for dogs, and DSM 32264 (NBF 2) for cats.

These are the only L. reuteri strains in their category authorized by EFSA, protected by patents that guarantee stability in dry pet food.

Their key characteristics include:

• High resistance to gastric pH and bile • Intestinal adhesion through biofilm formation
• Reuterin production for microbial balance
• SCFA (butyrate) stimulation for gut integrity
• Absence of antibiotic-resistance factors

Their stability and targeted action make them ideal for supplements, and -which is unique- for inclusion in dry pet food using proprietary methods.

A flexible postbiotic solution

Postbiotics offer valuable microbiome support, especially in wet food where high-temperature sterilization eliminates live probiotics.

NBF LANES BIOME’s L. reuteri NBF DC PRO provides a stable, bioactive postbiotic for dogs and cats that enhances gut health strategies.

This postbiotic obtained via fermentation and heat inactivation delivers functional metabolites that:

• Stimulate SCFA production
• Support immune modulation
• Improve probiotic stability

The solution works independently or combined with L. reuteri in supplements and dry food, offering versatility in product development.

Comprehensive support

With nearly four decades of veterinary nutrition experience, NBF LANES continues to push boundaries. Through NBF LANES BIOME, it offers tailored support to pet food and supplement manufacturers.

Services include needs analysis tailored to brand goals and technologies, custom formulation and microbiome-focused R&D, regulatory support including EFSA dossiers, and co-branding opportunities.

Whether developing new products or upgrading existing ones, manufacturers can rely on NBF LANES BIOME’s authorized L. reuteri strains and stable postbiotic solutions to bring science-backed gut health innovations to market.